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'Doesn’t matter if it’s in China,' Qinwen Zheng brushes off the performance pressure as she reaches the quarterfinals at the 2024 Australian Open

Originally posted on FirstSportz | By Navya Mishra | Last updated 1/23/24

Qinwen Zheng has secured her place in the Australian Open quarter-finals for the first time ever. She defeated Océane Dodin in superb straight sets to mark her victory. Ranked 15 in the WTA ra kings, Zhen is a known face in the Chinese tennis circuit and is relished and lov d by fans from almost all Asian countries.

In the post-match interview, the interviewer shared how she played prime time for China, and how her game and her stature is raising the Chinese flag high everywhere. What does it mean for her? To this, Zheng replied that this feeling comes with a ton of responsibility which sometimes turns into pressure. She shared how she is just trying to focus on herself and play consistently.

I’m happy I received a lot of fans who come support me here. Also in front of the tv. Doesn’t matter if it’s in China or the whole world. Zheng shared

Zheng’s journey to the Australian Open quarterfinals is more than simply a personal achievement. It also represents Chinese tennis’ growing impact and success on the international stage. She continues to inspire fans throughout the world with a blend of modesty and dedication. All while being steadfast in her thirst for athletic achievement.

This article first appeared on FirstSportz and was syndicated with permission.

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